2021 Hyundai I10 Premium MPI 1.2L Petrol · FL06 AUG

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2021 Hyundai i10 Premium MPI was conducted on 12 March 2026, at which point the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a clean pass on 3 April 2024, while the intermediate test on 31 March 2025 was also a pass but carried two advisories relating to the nearside and offside front inner tyres being worn close to the legal limit and worn on their edges. The overall maintenance trend therefore appears broadly stable and consistent with a vehicle that has been reasonably cared for, with no structural or mechanical failures recorded across three consecutive tests. The recurrence of front tyre wear advisories on a single occasion is worth noting, particularly as inner edge wear on a light city car can indicate wheel alignment drift or suspension component wear, but the absence of any repeat advisories on the latest test suggests the issue may have been rectified or that the tyres were subsequently replaced. With a recorded mileage of 22,187 miles over approximately five years, this i10 has covered an average of around 4,437 miles annually, which is well below the national average and reflects either predominantly low-speed urban use, short journeys, or extended periods of standing. Such low annual mileage can be advantageous in terms of limiting wear on the engine, clutch, and braking components, but it does introduce age-related considerations. Extended standing periods can lead to brake disc corrosion and potential caliper seizure, degradation of the 12-volt battery due to repeated shallow discharge cycles, and accelerated deterioration of rubber components regardless of their wear depth. Given the clean recent MOT and the relatively low usage, a prospective buyer should focus on age-related deterioration rather than wear-based defects. Begin with a thorough inspection of all four tyres, paying particular attention not only to tread depth but also to sidewall condition, looking for signs of perishing, cracking, or ozone damage which can occur on tyres fitted to a low-mileage vehicle that may be several years old. Examine the brake discs for surface rust and corrosion pitting, particularly around the outer edges, and confirm that the calipers release cleanly without binding by ensuring the vehicle rolls freely when released from a standstill on level ground. Check the exhaust system for any signs of corrosion at the mounting points, joints, and silencer, as five-year-old exhausts can deteriorate from road salt exposure even on low-mileage examples. Finally, verify the service book history to confirm that time-based servicing has been carried out regardless of the low odometer reading. Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and the manual transmission fluid all degrade with calendar age and should be renewed at manufacturer-recommended intervals rather than purely on mileage. Test the 12-volt battery under load, as a battery that has sat partially discharged can pass a basic voltage test but fail under cranking conditions. During the test drive, listen for any suspension clonks or knocking over uneven surfaces, which could indicate perished bushes or anti-roll bar drop links, and verify that the steering remains centred with no pulling to either side, as this would suggest the front alignment issue implied by the 2025 tyre advisories may have returned. Confirm that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start and that the air conditioning system cools effectively, as refrigerant seals and compressor components can deteriorate with age even on lightly used vehicles.